São Miguel East Van Tour by Pure Azores in Azores

Located in the heart of the Azores archipelago, São Miguel Island is a striking landscape of volcanic craters, lush forests, and serene lakes. Pure Azores offers a standout full-day journey called the São Miguel East Van Tour, departing from Faja de Baixo, Ponta Delgada. This 8-hour excursion offers travelers an intimate introduction to the island’s eastern highlights with a seamless balance of natural beauty, cultural insight, and comfort.

The tour covers key sites around Furnas Lake, a volcanic crater lake famed for its geothermal activity and steaming calderas. Here, the steaming fumaroles and bubbling hot springs vent rich minerals that have influenced local agriculture and cuisine for centuries. The verdant surroundings harbor endemic plants that thrive in this unique volcanic soil, providing a distinctive character to the landscape.

Pure Azores elevates the experience by including a well-rounded lunch featuring regional flavors paired with drinks and dessert, served at a carefully selected local spot. Complimentary water and convenient transportation with pick-up and drop-off in both Ponta Delgada and Ribeira Grande ensure ease and hydration throughout the adventure.

This tour is more than sightseeing; it’s an approachable way to absorb Azorean culture and geology without demanding strenuous activity, making it ideal for travelers wanting a deep but comfortable immersion into the island’s outdoor offerings. Pure Azores establishes itself as a reliable operator prioritizing authentic experiences backed by local knowledge. Their care in combining convenience, education, and access places them firmly among the must-know resources for outdoor travelers venturing to São Miguel.

For those keen on understanding the geothermal heart of the Azores while sampling local tastes, the São Miguel East Van Tour is an essential addition to any Azores itinerary.